SantoriniThe scenically splendid island of Santorini consists of a series of peaks surrounding a deep blue lagoon formed by the collapsed caldera of an ancient volcano, which erupted thousands of years ago destroying the original complete island. Those who holiday in Santorini have their heads in the clouds, staying in one of the two clifftopmore towns of Fira and Ia, after the novelty of a stiff climb on foot or donkey up from the harbor.

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Santorini is probably the most beautiful island I've ever seen! The view of the caldera is so incredible that I can't even describe it, the people are friendly and the food so tasty that I returned home a bit heavier! There are many beautiful locations, great restaurants and bars, museums and archaeological sites. I can't wait to go back!

Santorini - Lono. Date of travel: Apr 2008If you want to spend your vacation to Greece in one Island that combines entertainment, relaxation and adventure, then Santorini Island, in Greece is the destination for you! The Greek Island of Santorini is unlike any other Greeks Islands. It has a magnificent mystic aura and unique characteristics, such as the Santorini architecture, the Caldera and the famous sunset of santorini, which are popular subjects of Santorini Island photos. The villages of Santorini, Greece are some of the most picturesque in the Cycladic cluster, owing to the unique architecture of the small white houses built on cliffsides of the Santorini island. On the north side of Santorini Greece, facing the Caldera, is the village of Oia (Ia) offer guests a breathtaking panoramic view of the island, caldera and the Aegean Sea . All villages offer a wonderful selection of Santorini Greece hotels, catering to all needs and budgets. In this beautiful Greek Island of Santorini is located the traditional hotel complex of Atlantida villas Apartments, studios & Suites hotel, the hotel is situated in the settlement of the village of Oia (Ia), carved into the cliffside, above the magnificent Caldera of Santorini.

Honeymoon in Santorini - Jay Month. Date of travel: Jul 2007Santorini, Thira, Stroggili, or Santa Irini, are many different names for the same beautiful island I visited with my wife for our honeymoon.

Santorini - Mark Joynson. Date of travel: Sep 2005Santorini is an island I will be visiting again.
The views are spectacular from Imerovigli, where the Krokos Villas are located. Overlooking the Caldera from the balcony with a bottle of local wine watching the cruise ship arrive and depart was just so relaxing. The weather was superb and the locals very friendly.
The villas are basic, clean and the service was excellent.
Oia is worth a visit, but go everywhere by the bus which is cheap and don't hire a car, it's not worth it.
Fira is busy when the cruise ships are in por but the town copes admirably.
A place to enjoy the Greek way of life.......I will be going back for some more of it! Tour Operator: Olympus

S Mcdermott. Date of travel: Jun 2004Santorini was one of the best locations we have ever gone to. Very romantic, with great places to eat and enjoy a drink. The views were out of this world, with the sunset over Oia providing a magical moment we shall remember forever. Tour Operator: Kosmar

Not for beaches - Vera Hislop. Date of travel: Aug 2003Santorini was great for views, but not really a beach destination which everyone has failed to mention. It's black or red sand and when you stand in the water you can't see your legs, let alone the bottom! Definately not for snorkelling if that's what you enjoy.
If you go by boat, be wary of people that pitch their hotels to you saying "with pool". After many years of travelling round Greece, it's only in Santorini that I realised WHY these hotels have pools. We were promised a sea-view, which we got, but was an hour walk and a 20 minute bus ride away! Once on the main "plain" of Santorini it is very flat and hot.

Traveling around Santorini using car hire Santorini - Diana. Date of travel: Jan 1970I traveled Santorini in September. I visited many beaches, cities and top tourist attractions. I enjoyed this very beautiful island and I would like to return for relaxing, traveling and enjoying island beauty again.
For better traveling around Santorini I used car hire Santorini.